Canada’s Ocean Supercluster could galvanize a national strategy to obtain the full economic value of the country’s under-developed ocean resource, says the chief executive of the supercluster.
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Protein Industries Canada Supercluster targets billions in GDP growth
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Canada’s GDP will grow by billions of dollars if an industry-led supercluster can boost production and exports of innovative plant protein products, says the chair of the initiative. But capturing a substantial share of the $13-billion global market for plant-based proteins will require a lot of collaboration.
Read MoreFeds invest $70 million in more agricultural science research
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The federal government is investing $70 million over five years to hire approximately 75 agricultural scientists and equip them with state-of-the-art tools, including environmental sampling equipment and analytical instruments, needed to advance agricultural research. Of the $70 million, $44 million is dedicated to hiring the next generation of federal research scientists and science professionals. As…
Read MoreExpert panel debates effectiveness of direct R&D funding vs. SRED tax credits
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The number of direct government funding programs in Canada aimed at increasing private sector R&D and innovation has tripled during the last three years, despite a lack of scientific evidence showing such support is effective.
Read MoreSmaller companies to benefit from Advanced Manufacturing Supercluster
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Small Canadian manufacturing companies and technology firms will reap big benefits from the new Advanced Manufacturing Supercluster, says the chief executive leading the initiative.
Read MoreDigital Technology Supercluster gearing up to deliver successes
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The British Columbia-based Digital Technology Supercluster is on track to launch its initial collaborative public-private sector projects in October, says chief executive Sue Paish, who expects the initiative will change how the world sees Canada.
Read MoreFederal government must improve innovation funding practices: study
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The federal government needs to improve assessment of “innovation intermediaries” it funds and better target future funding for business accelerators and incubators, says a study done for the Munk School of Global Affairs & Public Policy at the University of Toronto.
Read MoreCanada’s clean tech growing despite decline in clean energy investment
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Canada is maintaining strong growth and innovation in the clean technology sector, despite a recent decline in investment – Alberta being the notable exception – in clean energy projects.
Read MoreB.C. government’s new procurement strategy spurring innovation
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The British Columbia government’s new strategy for securing goods and services is already creating new opportunities for innovative technology companies in the province.
Read MoreTrade tariffs offer ‘silver lining’ for Manitoba’s innovation ecosystem: Doug McCartney
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The man who wrote Manitoba’s innovation strategy has a new job in the private sector. Doug McCartney sees some novel opportunities emerging for the province’s innovation ecosystem – including a ‘silver lining’ in international trade disputes.
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